Sheldon Neuse, a versatile infielder and outfielder who spent parts of the 2021 season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, has officially hung up his glove.
After a career that saw him swing the bat for the Washington Nationals, the Oakland Athletics and the Hanshin Tigers in Japan, Neuse reflected on a journey that began when the Nationals drafted him in the second round of the 2016 MLB Draft.
A Multi‑Faceted Career
Over 147 major‑league appearances, Neuse compiled seven home runs and 37 RBIs, but his value extended far beyond the stat sheet. He logged innings at every infield position, manned both corner outfield spots, and even took the mound for 3.2 career pitching appearances.
His adaptability made him a favorite utility piece for the Dodgers, a team he credited with giving him the platform to showcase his range.
From the Diamond to the Roof
Following his retirement, Neuse announced plans to launch a roofing company based in the Dallas‑Fort Worth metroplex. The move marks a dramatic shift from the baseball diamond to home improvement, a venture he says is driven by a desire to build something lasting on the ground.
The new business will operate out of the same region where Neuse grew up watching the Texas sky, and he hopes to leverage the discipline and teamwork honed in professional baseball to succeed in a different kind of competition.
Neuse’s story underscores how athletes often transition into entrepreneurial pursuits, using the networks and work ethic cultivated on the field to launch ventures far removed from the sport that made them famous.